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- Food & Drink
- Theme Parks
Theme Parks
- Shopping
Shopping
- Wine
Wine
- LGBTQ+ Travel
LGBTQ+ Travel
- Craft Beer & Breweries
Craft Beer & Breweries
- Accessible Travel
Accessible Travel
- Luxury Experiences
Luxury Experiences
- Aquariums & Zoos
Aquariums & Zoos
- Skiing & Snowboarding
Skiing & Snowboarding
- Arts & Culture
Arts & Culture
- Family Fun
Family Fun
- Performing Arts
Performing Arts
- Sports
Sports
- Surfing
Surfing
- National Parks
National Parks
- State Parks
State Parks
- Outdoor Adventure
Outdoor Adventure
- Beaches
Beaches
- California Questionnaire
California Questionnaire
Road Trip Itineraries
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- L.A. to the Bay: Highway 1 Road Trip for Soccer Fans3 - 4 Days, 9 Stops, 411 MilesLos Angeles to Santa Clara
- From the Bay to L.A.: The Perfect Road Trip for Soccer Fans4 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 390 MilesLos Gatos to Malibu & Santa Monica
- Highway 1 Classic4 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 587 MilesSan Diego to San Francisco
- Quirky Museums2 - 4 Days, 7 Stops, 153 MilesCulver City to Crochet Museum
- San Francisco Bay Loop1 - 3 Days, 13 Stops, 213 MilesGolden Gate Bridge to San Francisco
- Hidden Beaches3 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 453 MilesTrinidad to Wilder Ranch State Park
- Call Of The Coast1 - 2 Days, 7 Stops, 107 MilesLighthouse Field State Beach to Big Sur
- Top Surfing Spots4 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 616 MilesWindansea Beach, La Jolla to Mavericks, Half Moon Bay
- Discovering the Central Coast and San Joaquin Valley6 - 8 Days, 9 Stops, 570 MilesOld Monterey to Big Sur
- Shopping Spree3 - 5 Days, 9 Stops, 286 MilesWestfield UTC, La Jolla to El Paseo, Palm Desert
- Ghost Towns3 - 6 Days, 9 Stops, 770 MilesShasta State Historic Park to Calico Ghost Town
- Road to Vegas1 - 2 Days, 8 Stops, 317 MilesVenice Beach to Mojave National Preserve
- The Fun Zone: Los Angeles, Disneyland, and Mountains4 - 5 Days, 8 Stops, 268 MilesLong Beach to Downtown Los Angeles
- Majestic, Magical Highway 14 - 7 Days, 11 Stops, 517 MilesSan Francisco to Dana Point
- Pacific Coast Highway South3 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 244 MilesSanta Barbara to San Diego
- Coasters to Waves6 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 206 MilesAnaheim to Dana Point
- California Dreaming5 - 6 Days, 8 Stops, 366 MilesLos Angeles Tour to Los Olivos
- Ultimate Playground Tour6 - 7 Days, 12 Stops, 1629 MilesGolden Gate Bridge, San Francisco to Crystal Pier, San Diego County
- Santa Monica to San Luis Obispo2 - 3 Days, 10 Stops, 211 MilesSanta Monica to San Luis Obispo
- San Diego Challenge Tour4 - 5 Days, 8 Stops, 245 MilesSan Diego to El Cajon
Browse Ideas
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- Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose
Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose
Get hands-on while learning about everything from prehistoric mammals to modern gardening
- Family Snow Adventures
Family Snow Adventures
From winter tubing to snowshoeing and ice-skating, here’s where to find kid-friendly activities off the slopes
- 9 Family-Friendly Wineries and Craft Breweries
9 Family-Friendly Wineries and Craft Breweries
Laid-back vibes, outdoor fun, and plenty of space for little ones to run free make these wine and beer meccas a delight for all ages
- 21 Cool California Museums
21 Cool California Museums
Add these cultural treasure troves to your next trip
- 10 Family-Friendly Museums for All Ages
10 Family-Friendly Museums for All Ages
Thanks to their interactive exhibits, these institutions encourage kids and adults to indulge their curiosity for arts, culture, history, and science
- The Getty Center with Kids
The Getty Center with Kids
Help children engage with the museum—or have fun with these activities yourself
- Turtle Bay Exploration Park
Turtle Bay Exploration Park
This 300-acre Redding attraction boasts an arboretum, museum, sculpture park, and forest camp
- California Academy of Sciences
California Academy of Sciences
Experience a natural history museum, an aquarium, and a planetarium at this San Francisco institution in Golden Gate Park
- 10 Family Outdoor Adventures
10 Family Outdoor Adventures
No matter what type of outdoor adventure your family is after, California has a destination that fits the bill.
- 14 Fun Family Experiences
14 Fun Family Experiences
Encourage your kids’ creativity, ingenuity, and think-big optimism at these top-notch attractions
- Great California Attractions for Families with Functional Needs
Great California Attractions for Families with Functional Needs
These theme parks, museums and playgrounds offer perks and creature comforts for a wide range of abilities
- Top Family Attractions in California for Every Age
Top Family Attractions in California for Every Age
From museums and aquariums to theme parks and beaches, California is home to some of the best family attractions in the world
- SoFi Stadium
SoFi Stadium
Catch an NFL game or a concert at this innovative venue, host of Super Bowls and World Cup matches
- Ready, Set, RV: Exploring California’s Great Outdoors
Ready, Set, RV: Exploring California’s Great Outdoors
Beaches, parks, and scenic drives await—all on your own terms
- Yolo County
Yolo County
Nestled between Sacramento, Napa, and the San Francisco Bay Area, this culinary wonderland offers all sorts of small-town delights
- California Attractions for Younger Kids
California Attractions for Younger Kids
These family-friendly theme parks and wonderlands cater to children under 5
- 8 Family-Friendly Gold Rush Adventures
8 Family-Friendly Gold Rush Adventures
Take on whitewater rapids, pan for gold, and explore California history
- Rides at Knott’s Berry Farm
Rides at Knott’s Berry Farm
Choose from Wild West classics, Snoopy-themed kiddie rides, and blood-pumping thrillers
- Six Flags Magic Mountain
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Fly, zoom, and roll with adrenaline-pumping thrill rides
- 13 Smaller Theme Parks & Attractions
13 Smaller Theme Parks & Attractions
These classic California attractions make for a great afternoon or evening of family fun
Explore California's Content Series
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